Sunday 28 September

Pray for Pastor Alain Toledano Valiente and his family. The Cuban authorities have repeatedly prevented the exiled Protestant pastor from returning to the island to be with his adult daughter, Susana, who has been battling cancer since August 2022.

Monday 29 September

Give thanks for the Ladies in White and all those who bravely stand up for human rights in Cuba – even as the government continues to harass, detain and fine them, and blocks them from attending religious services on a weekly basis. Pray that the harassment would cease and they would be able to worship and pray with others in peace.

Tuesday 30 September

Over the past two years, we’ve noted a concerning increase in fines being imposed on religious leaders, generally for leading ‘unauthorised’ religious activities. Many of them already earn much less than the average national salary. What’s more, most groups have tried to legally register but been rejected, leaving them vulnerable to these fines. Ask God to cancel all unjust fines and provide a way for them to legally practice their faith.

Wednesday 1 October

‘Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.’ (Joshua 1:9) Pray that children who face harassment, discrimination and threats in schools because of their beliefs would be strengthened and comforted by this verse today.

Thursday 2 October

Give thanks for the religious leaders and congregations that have helped to meet the increasingly acute humanitarian needs on the island, often by collecting and distributing aid in their communities. Pray that the authorities, who often punish them for doing so, would have a change of heart and support these much-needed efforts.

Friday 3 October

Pray today for Cuba’s political prisoners. Jorge and Nadir Martín Perdomo are brothers who are currently serving seven-year sentences because of their participation in the 11 July 2021 protests. They have repeatedly been denied the right to be visited by a pastor. Ask God to bring about their miraculous, immediate and unconditional release.

Saturday 4 October

Lord Jesus, we ask that you strengthen everyone who speaks out for freedom of religion or belief and other fundamental human rights in Cuba. We pray in faith for powerful and lasting breakthrough in the nation today. Amen.

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